2008 Ford Ka vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1888 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 108 L |
