2004 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 7 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka. 2011 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Ka | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ka | Titan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 106 L |