2007 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka.
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 (156 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Ka |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| 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 | 113 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
