2004 Honda Element vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 456 kg more than 2010 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, 2004 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Element | Ka |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
