2005 Ford Ka vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 256 kg more than 2005 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
