2005 Ford Ka vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ka and 2005 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1475 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.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka. 2005 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Ka | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3650 mm |
