2000 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 195 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.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Ka | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ka | Pilot |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 77 L |