2002 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 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 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 204 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ka | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ka | Highlander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |