2003 Ford Ka vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (137 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 584 kg more than 2003 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Ka | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
