1999 Ford Ka vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Ford Ka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1999 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Ka | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
