2007 Ford Ka vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 28 kg more than 2007 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Vitz |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
