1998 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1998 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Ka | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ka | Terrano |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |