2003 Ford Ka vs. 2003 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, both 2003 Ford Ka and 2003 Toyota Sequoia were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1338 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 2003 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2003 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka. 2003 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2003 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2003 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 427 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 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
