2002 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Prizm | 2011 Ford Ka | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Prizm | Ka |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |