2007 Ford Freestar vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestar is newer by 11 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Freestar weights approximately 910 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Freestar (331 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella. 2007 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Avella has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Avella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Freestar | 1996 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Freestar | Avella |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2400 mm |