2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2012 Ford Ka | |
Make | Land Rover | Ford |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Ka |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 40 L |