2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 247 kg more than 2010 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (208 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Ka |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
