2007 Ford Ka vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ka would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (480 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 555 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.
Because 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 74 L |
