2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 321 kg more than 2011 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2011 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Ka |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 40 L |
