2002 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 309 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 2005 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | NSX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
