2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 51 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, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fiesta | Avella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 915 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
