2010 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2010 Ford Ka and 2010 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 47 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka. 2010 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Ka | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ka | Accent |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
