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Ford Ka 1.6

General information

ModelFord Ka 1.6
Year2003
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating61.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1597 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1597 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power95.00 PS (70 kW or 94 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque135.00 Nm (13.8 kgf-m or 99.6 ft.lbs) at 4250 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke82.1 x 75.5 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1056 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3960 litres (1,046 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (437.0 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight906 kg (1,997.4 pounds)
Overall length3630 mm (142.9 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1380 mm (54.3 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2460 mm (96.9 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Service interval20,000 km
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