2002 Ford Ka vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2002 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 Ford Ka (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ka | 407 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
