2003 Ford Falcon vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2003 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Falcon weights approximately 600 kg more than 1996 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, 2003 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Falcon | 1996 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Falcon | Avella |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2400 mm |