2008 Ford Ka vs. 2009 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 2009 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ka | H1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
