2005 Ford Escape vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 9 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 585 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, 2005 Ford Escape (265 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escape | Avella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
