2005 Ford Ka vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 12 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 780 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
