2002 Ford Ka vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 224 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Ka (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Condor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1360 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
