2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 12 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Taurus weights approximately 195 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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 1996 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Taurus | Avella |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2400 mm |