2008 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 2 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 375 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ka | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Ka | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |