1997 Toyota Paseo vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ka weights approximately 135 kg more than 1997 Toyota Paseo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Paseo | 2010 Ford Ka | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Paseo | Ka |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |