2009 Ford Ka vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Previa weights approximately 559 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.
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, 2002 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Previa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
