2005 Ford Fusion vs. 2003 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Ford Fusion 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fusion weights approximately 239 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fusion | 2003 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fusion | Ka |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
