1997 Ford Ka vs. 1999 Rover 25
To start off, 1999 Rover 25 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 25 (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 25 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Ford Ka. 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, 1999 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ka | 1999 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ka | 25 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
