2007 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 306 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Altima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
