2002 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 21 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
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 Ford Ka (175 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ka | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ka | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |