2002 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1270 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 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ka | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ka | Touareg |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |