2005 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ka and 2005 Toyota Tacoma were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 970 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (383 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ka | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 383 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 79 L |