2006 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 289 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | 4Runner | Ka |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 40 L |
