2005 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Lada 110
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada 110 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lada 110 (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada 110 weights approximately 150 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, 2004 Lada 110 (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 2004 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Ka | 110 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
