2001 Ford EX vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2001 Ford EX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford EX weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford EX | 1998 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | EX | Avella |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 567 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |