2005 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ka and 2005 Kia Picanto were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 214 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto. 2005 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ka | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
