2009 Ford Ka vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2009 Ford Ka and 2009 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka. 2009 Toyota RAV4 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. 2009 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
