2003 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 564 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.
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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ka | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
