2008 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2008 Ford Ka and 2008 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 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 186 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 206.
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 (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 2008 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ka | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
