2001 Ford Ranger vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 845 kg more than 1997 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 Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ranger | 1997 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Ranger | Avella |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2400 mm |