2003 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 2 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 232 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1499 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Ka | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Ka | LR3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 301 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 86 L |