2004 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 114 kg more than 2004 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Insight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
