2007 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Lada 2123
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lada 2123 (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada 2123 weights approximately 438 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.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Lada 2123 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2004 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Ka | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
