2002 Ford Ka vs. 2002 Ginetta G34
To start off, both 2002 Ford Ka and 2002 Ginetta G34 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ka weights approximately 326 kg more than 2002 Ginetta G34.
Because 2002 Ginetta G34 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Ginetta G34. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ka | 2002 Ginetta G34 | |
Make | Ford | Ginetta |
Model | Ka | G34 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1050 mm |