2003 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 540 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ka | 307 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
