2004 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Auris is newer by 3 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Auris (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Auris weights approximately 333 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Toyota Auris (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Auris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
