2002 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 9 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 380 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ka | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ka | Touran |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |