2009 Ford Ka vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
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 Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1995 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Previa 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 Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Previa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
