2005 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 292 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka. 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ka | Touran |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
