1998 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Ka would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1998 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1998 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Ka | 2011 Audi S5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Ka | S5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |