1999 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 407 is newer by 5 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 407 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 560 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, 2004 Peugeot 407 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Ka | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ka | 407 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88.6 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 | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
