2011 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 414 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Ka | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Cube |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
