2008 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 162 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka.
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 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
