2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 227 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fiesta | Avella |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 918 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 |