2006 BMW 550 vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 589 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 550 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 2006 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 550 | 2002 Ford Ka | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
