2002 Ford Ka vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 11 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia RIO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia RIO weights approximately 216 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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ka | RIO |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
