2002 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 134 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, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ka | Soul |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 48 L |
