2001 Toyota Verossa vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Verossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Verossa would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 590 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Verossa 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 Verossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Verossa (377 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka. 2001 Toyota Verossa has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Verossa | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Verossa | Ka |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
