2005 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2010 Toyota Yaris is newer by 5 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ka weights approximately 87 kg more than 2010 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2010 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ka | 2010 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ka | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |