2009 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 294 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Ka | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
