2009 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 107 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ka (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 Peugeot 107. 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 Ford Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2012 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ka | 107 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 13.7 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 | 1055 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
