2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (100 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 193 kg more than 1996 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 Fiesta (146 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fiesta | Avella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2400 mm |
