2000 Ford Ka vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, both 2000 Ford Ka and 2000 Mercedes-Benz V were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 1120 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Ka | 2000 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ka | V |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |