2003 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Splash is newer by 7 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Ka weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2010 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ka | Splash |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1242 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 | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
