2008 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2008 Ford Ka and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 509 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ka | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Ka | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |