2006 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ka and 2006 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 639 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 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ka | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ka | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |