2002 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 695 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 73 L |
