2000 Ford Ka vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 875 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.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Ka | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Ka | Frontera |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |