2000 Ford Ka vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 580 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 2001 Toyota Verossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Verossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka. 2001 Toyota Verossa has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Verossa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
