2002 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Opel Combo
To start off, 2005 Opel Combo is newer by 3 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Combo weights approximately 70 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2005 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ka | Combo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 147 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 | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |
