2008 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 849 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 82 L |
