1996 Ford Ka vs. 2002 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pickup is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 538 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 2002 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2960 mm |
