2001 Ford Ka vs. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300
To start off, both 2001 Ford Ka and 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2001 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 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 Progress NC 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Progress NC 300 (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ka | 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Progress NC 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 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 | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
