2003 Ford Ka vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 6 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 141 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka.
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, 2003 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Ka | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ka | Jazz |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 71.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |