2008 Ford Ka vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Clarus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Clarus weights approximately 94 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ka | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 170 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 | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
