2009 Ford Ka vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, both 2009 Ford Ka and 2009 Volkswagen Eos were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 454 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, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ka | 2009 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ka | Eos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |