2004 Ford Ka vs. 2004 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, both 2004 Ford Ka and 2004 ZAZ Slavuta were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 ZAZ Slavuta. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2004 ZAZ Slavuta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ka weights approximately 269 kg more than 2004 ZAZ Slavuta. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 2004 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Ford | ZAZ |
| Model | Ka | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1019 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2330 mm |
