2006 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1160 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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 Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka. 2005 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ka | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ka | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |