2003 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 8 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 860 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 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Ka | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Ka | Safari |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |