1997 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ka would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ka.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 980 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ka. 2012 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ka | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ka | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 142 L |
