2002 Ford Ka vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 11 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), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 929 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 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka. 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 83 L |
