2009 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,329 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | iQ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 32 L |
