2008 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Ka would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1536 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Ka | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 2672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 104 L |
