2007 Ford Ka vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 453 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 2011 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Ka | 118 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |
