2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 8 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1941 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1998 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Five Hundred | Avella |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 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 | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2400 mm |