1996 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 377 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
