2007 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ka and 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 463 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ka | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
