2002 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1344 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Ka | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 2480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 22.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 88 L |
