2006 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ka and 2006 Hyundai Trajet were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 741 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ka | 2006 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ka | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
