2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. Both 2003 Fiat Punto and 2009 Ford Ka are equipped with a 1,242 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2009 Ford Ka | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Ka |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |