2009 Ford Ka vs. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 824 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ka | 1995 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ka | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |