2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2000 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2000 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Fiorino | Ka |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
