2006 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka.
Because 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ka | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Ka | Jimny |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |