2010 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ka (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ka weights approximately 168 kg more than 2011 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 Ford Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Ka | 2011 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ka | Ka |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
