2009 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Ignis (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 567 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Suzuki Ignis (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ka | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 39 L |
