2002 Audi S3 vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2002 Audi S3 and 2002 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S3 weights approximately 543 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 2002 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S3 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
