2004 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ka weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
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, 2005 Toyota Vitz (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Vitz |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
