2000 Ford Ka vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 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, 2001 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Ka | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ka | CR-V |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |