2002 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 8 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 614 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.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Ka | S5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 63 L |
