2000 Ford Ka vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, both 2000 Ford Ka and 2000 Honda Z were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Ka (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Z weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z 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, 2000 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Ka | 2000 Honda Z | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ka | Z |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |