2002 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 338 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ka | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Ka | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 175 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |