2010 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 319 kg more than 2010 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Ka | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
