2005 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 444 kg more than 2011 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 (230 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 2011 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Camry | Ka |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
