2003 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 344 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka.
Because 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Ka | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Ka | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |