2011 Ford Ka 1.2 vs. 2011 Ford Ka 1.3 Ambiente

To start off, both 2011 Ford Ka 1.2 and 2011 Ford Ka 1.3 Ambiente were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ka 1.3 Ambiente is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 68 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Ka 1.2 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka 1.3 Ambiente.

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, 2011 Ford Ka 1.3 Ambiente (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka 1.2. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ka 1.3 Ambiente will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka 1.2.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Ford Ka 1.2 2011 Ford Ka 1.3 Ambiente
Make Ford Ford
Model Ka Ka
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 68 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 106 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.1:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 159 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 940 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 5.1 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 40 L


 

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