2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,597 cc, 2006 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 329 kg more than 2000 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, 2006 Ford Bantam (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Bantam | Avella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1322 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
