2007 Ford Ka vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ka (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ka weights approximately 132 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2007 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
