2002 Ford Ka vs. 2000 Peugeot Kart Up
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot Kart Up. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot Kart Up would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot Kart Up is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka.
Because 2000 Peugeot Kart Up 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 2000 Peugeot Kart Up. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot Kart Up will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2000 Peugeot Kart Up | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ka | Kart Up |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1090 mm |
