2003 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 9 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 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka.

Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Ka 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Ford Land Rover
Model Ka Range Rover
Year Released 2003 2012
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1299 cc 4367 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 311 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 106 Nm 700 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 167 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.1 seconds 7.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3630 mm 4973 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 2035 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1877 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2891 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 104 L


 

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