2008 Ford Ka vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ka weights approximately 26 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2003 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ka | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
