2009 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
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 Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1261 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 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Titan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 106 L |
