2011 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (200 HP) has 132 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1215 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.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Ka | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Ka | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
