2002 Ford Ka vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 269 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 2003 Porsche 996 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, 2003 Porsche 996 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ka | 996 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
