1997 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 965 kg more than 1997 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ka | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ka | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
