2000 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Stream weights approximately 596 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, 2011 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Ka | 2011 Honda Stream | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ka | Stream |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |