1996 Nissan Stagea vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 490 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 1996 Nissan Stagea 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 1996 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Stagea | 2011 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Stagea | Ka |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
