2009 Ford Ka vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, both 2009 Ford Ka and 2009 Nissan 370Z were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 418 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 2009 Nissan 370Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ka | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ka | 370Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |