2001 Honda Fit vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Fit weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 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 Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 2010 Ford Ka | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Fit | Ka |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |