2009 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra.
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, 2009 Ford Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (129 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Micra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 46 L |
