2003 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1204 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.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ka | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
