2000 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 5 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 570 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 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
