2002 Ford Ka vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 383 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ka | Rio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| 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 | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
