2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1075 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Ford Ka | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Ka |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 135 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1019 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |