2007 Ford Ka vs. 2013 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 638 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 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Ka 2013 Kia Sportage
Make Ford Kia
Model Ka Sportage
Year Released 2007 2013
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1297 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 68 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 107 Nm 228 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 97 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 887 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 3630 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1855 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1645 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 58 L


 

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