2006 Ford Ka vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 268 kg more than 2006 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ka | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ka | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
