2002 Ford Ka vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2002 Ford Ka and 2002 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 454 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
