2003 Ford Ka vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 6 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Ka weights approximately 47 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ka | Avella |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
