2004 Ford Ka vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ka weights approximately 259 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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 Civic (144 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
