2005 Fiat Marea Weekend vs. 2003 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is newer by 2 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend weights approximately 165 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, 2003 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | 2003 Ford Ka | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Marea Weekend | Ka |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |