2004 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2004 Ford Ka and 2004 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ka weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Renault Twingo. 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, 2004 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Ka | 2004 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Ka | Twingo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |