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 151 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 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 951 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (105 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 | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1831 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |