2000 Ford e-Ka vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2002 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford e-Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford e-Ka would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (158 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Ford e-Ka. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford e-Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 582 kg more than 2000 Ford e-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, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford e-Ka. (190 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford e-Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford e-Ka | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | e-Ka | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
