2000 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 6 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 2,770 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Ka | I-280 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 74 L |
