2007 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2000 Ford Ka | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
