1999 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup weights approximately 15 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.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Ka | 2007 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ka | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
