1996 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1174 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Ka | Defender |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
