2002 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 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 2007 Nissan 1400. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 141 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
