Similarities of the Ford KA and the Vauxhall Agila
Looking for a small run-about vehicle seems to leave most people scratching their heads. The mid and full size vehicles are expensive and cost too much to operate for most Americans so they are looking to invest into something a little less strapping.
The Ford KA (pronounced kah) could be the answer to many peoples query. It is small in stature but offers a number of great features including its choice of two engines; 1.2 liter 4-cylinder engine with 70 horsepower and the 1.3 liter diesel engine with 75 horsepower. The new line of the Ford KA could even see a slightly larger 1.6 liter 4 cylinder engine like the Fiesta. It offers sharp handling and city-friendly size with a very mild fuel thirst. It has strut front suspension, electro-hydraulic power steering, antilock front disc brakes and rear drum power brakes. It also features a front antiroll bar and a KA-only rear antiroll bar with recalibrated steering. It is believed that Ford will offer the choice of a manual or automatic transmission.
A close comparison to the second hand Ford KA is the Vauxhall Agila. It too is a small economical car for city driving. The Vauxhall Agila is a slightly roomier vehicle than the Ford KA. It is a 5-door hatchback with a wider easier to access opening. The wedge shape gives it an advantage over the KA making it more streamline. Sold primarily in Europe, it is suspected that by summer of 2010 it will find a market in the US.
The European version features driver’s side airbag but does not come standard with passenger side airbags. It is believed that because of the car’s box shape, passengers are safe in the event of an accident. They are available with electric windows along with a styling pack that includes spoked alloy wheels and fog lights. There aren’t many safety features to the Vauxhall Agila but the economical value of its engine makes it the perfect started car. It seats 5 comfortably with good head room and leg room. It struggles slightly in high wind and at higher speeds due to its design. |
