2003 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Ka weights approximately 17 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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 Ignis 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 Ignis (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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 Ignis | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Ka | Ignis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 41 L |