2004 Ford Ka vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Ford Ka is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 69 kg more than 2004 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
