2003 Ford Ka vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1438 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
