2007 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 5 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ka weights approximately 164 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
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 Ford Ka (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ka | Atos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
