2004 Ford Ka vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 352 kg more than 2004 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ka | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
