2000 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 450 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 2008 Toyota Tundra 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka. 2008 Toyota Tundra 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. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 4190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |
