2000 Ford Ka vs. 2000 Toyota Altezza
To start off, both 2000 Ford Ka and 2000 Toyota Altezza were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Altezza (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 734 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 2000 Toyota Altezza 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza (610 Nm) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 2000 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |
