2008 Ford Ka vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 668 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Previa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
