2002 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 10 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 349 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
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, 2002 Ford Ka (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
