2003 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 8 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
