2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i10 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka.
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, 2012 Ford Ka (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | i10 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
