1999 Ford Ka vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 307 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 500 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Ka | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ka | 307 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
