2002 Ford Ka vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ka weights approximately 221 kg more than 2000 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, 2002 Ford Ka (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ka | Avella |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
