2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2003 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2003 Chrysler Airflite and 2003 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 638 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2003 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Airflite | Ka |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
