2005 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ka (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka.
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 Ka (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ka | 2004 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ka | Lupo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 34 L |