2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2010 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 Corolla (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | Ka |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
