2004 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ka would be higher. 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 5 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 138 kg more than 2004 Ford Ka.
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 Volkswagen Polo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Ka | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ka | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1019 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |