2007 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka.
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 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Ford Ka | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Polo | Ka |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |