2001 Ford Extreme EX vs. 1998 Kia Avella

To start off, 2001 Ford Extreme 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 Extreme EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Extreme EX should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Extreme EX weights approximately 297 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 Extreme EX (556 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Extreme EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ford Extreme EX 1998 Kia Avella
Make Ford Kia
Model Extreme 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
Horse Power 128 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 556 Nm 135 Nm
Vehicle Weight 1212 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


 

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