2001 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2001 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ka | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Ka | i40 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |