2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2006 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Optra and 2006 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Optra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka.
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 Chevrolet Optra (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2006 Ford Ka | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Optra | Ka |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |