1999 Ford Ka vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, both 1999 Ford Ka and 1999 Kia Rio were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Rio weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 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 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Ka | 1999 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Ka | Rio |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |