2003 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 680 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, 2005 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2005 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
