2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2005 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2005 Ford Freestyle and 2005 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 926 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (271 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2005 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestyle | Ka |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
