2003 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 8 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Ka weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma.
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, 2011 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Ka | Croma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
