2003 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Honda Legend is newer by 4 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 860 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.
Because 2007 Honda Legend is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend 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, 2007 Honda Legend (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka. 2007 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2007 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Legend |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |
