2003 Ford Ka vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 2 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 16 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Fit weights approximately 28 kg more than 2003 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Ka | 2001 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ka | Fit |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |