2002 Ford Ka vs. 2002 Infiniti G20
To start off, both 2002 Ford Ka and 2002 Infiniti G20 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti G20 (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Infiniti G20 (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti G20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ka | 2002 Infiniti G20 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Ka | G20 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |