2002 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 8 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (133 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ka | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Ka | SX4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:01 |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |