2005 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 3850 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 447 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 Focus (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 1998 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Avella |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |