2007 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 293 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, 2008 Rover 45 (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ka | 45 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
