1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (145 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | Defender | Ka |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
