2002 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 5 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 579 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.
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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ka | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
