2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2008 Fiat 500 and 2008 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ka weights approximately 22 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500.
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, 2008 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 2008 Ford Ka | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Ka |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 102 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |