2003 Ford Ka vs. 1998 Ford Ka
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Ka (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Ka weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka.
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 Ford Ka (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 1998 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ka | Ka |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
