2006 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ka and 2006 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 336 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 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ka | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1019 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |