2002 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 4 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 2,770 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Ka | I-280 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 74 L |
