2006 Ford Ka vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Venture weights approximately 374 kg more than 2006 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, 1996 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ka | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ka | Venture |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |