2000 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 10 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1275 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 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka. 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2010 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 91 L |
