2011 Ford Ka vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Ka | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ka | Forester |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2615 mm |
