2002 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 10 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ka | i20 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
