2000 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 469 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Ka | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ka | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |