2005 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2010 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Delta weights approximately 468 kg more than 2005 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, 2010 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 2010 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ka | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
