2000 Ford Ka vs. 2002 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2002 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 2002 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ka | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
