2000 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 7 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 205 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 2007 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2007 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2007 Suzuki Ignis (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 2007 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ka | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 41 L |
