2007 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2007 Ford Focus and 2007 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 353 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2007 Ford Ka | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Ka |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |