2005 Smart Roadster 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 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ka weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Because 2005 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Roadster | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Smart | Ford |
| Model | Roadster | Ka |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
