2007 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,684 cc, 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 58 kg more than 2007 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 Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ka | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1684 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 23.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 945 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
