2000 Ford Ka vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Echo would be higher. Both 2000 Ford Ka and 1999 Toyota Echo are equipped with a 1,299 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Echo (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Echo weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 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, 1999 Toyota Echo (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Echo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
