1999 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 12 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1152 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 2011 Nissan Navara 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, 2011 Nissan Navara 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, 2011 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka. 2011 Nissan Navara 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. 2011 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Ka | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ka | Navara |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |