2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 8 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 765 kg more than 1997 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1997 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Five Hundred | Avella |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |