2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1998 Kia Avella

To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 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 Explorer (345 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Explorer 1998 Kia Avella
Make Ford Kia
Model Explorer Avella
Year Released 2005 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4015 cc 1323 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 203 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 135 Nm
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 915 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2400 mm


 

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