1999 Ford Ka vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 690 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Ka | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Ka | Forester |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2615 mm |