2004 Ford Ka vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 832 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
