2002 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1130 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.
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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka. 2008 Honda Pilot 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. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 77 L |
