1998 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2005 Toyota Allion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Allion (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Allion weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Allion (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Ka. 2005 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Ka | 2005 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Allion |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
