2007 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ka and 2007 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 713 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ka | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ka | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.2 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 | 887 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |