2011 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Ka | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ka | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
