1999 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 774 kg more than 1999 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Ka | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ka | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
