2007 Ford Ka vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Avella weights approximately 31 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ka | Avella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
