2005 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ka and 2005 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 770 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 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ka | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ka | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |