2003 Ford Ka vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 988 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.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka. 2000 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3270 mm |
