2009 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2009 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, 2006 Rover 45 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ka | 45 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
