2003 Ford Ka vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2003 Ford Ka and 2003 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 700 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.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka. 2003 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Ka | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Ka | V70 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |