2007 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fusion weights approximately 603 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, 2010 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ka | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
