2009 Ford Ka vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, both 2009 Ford Ka and 2009 Hyundai i10 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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 Hyundai i10 (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ka | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Ka | i10 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |