2009 Ford Ka vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 4 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 475 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 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke 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, 2013 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Juke |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1441 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
