2003 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 7 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 530 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, 2010 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Ka | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Ka | Exeo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2642 mm |