2000 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Roadster weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Morgan Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Morgan Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Morgan Roadster (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Ka | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
