2011 Ford Ka vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Visto (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Ka weights approximately 136 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto.
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, 2001 Kia Visto (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Visto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka. 2001 Kia Visto has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Visto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Ka | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ka | Visto |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
