2000 Honda Insight vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ka weights approximately 126 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. 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, 2000 Honda Insight (123 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Insight | Ka |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
