2002 Ford Ka vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 205 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ka | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |
