2008 Rover 75 vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2010 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, 2008 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 75 | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 75 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
