2002 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ka weights approximately 206 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2004 Vauxhall VX220 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 2004 Vauxhall VX220. 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, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ka | VX220 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 36 L |
