2003 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 525 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Ka | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Ford | Xedos |
Model | Ka | 9 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |