2000 Ford Ka vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 13 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 605 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Prius |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
