2009 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 13 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 261 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, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1996 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Avella |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |