2007 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ka weights approximately 63 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio.
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, 2011 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ka | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
