2008 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Lada 110
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada 110 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 110 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Lada 110 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 2005 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Ka | 110 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
