2005 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ka and 2005 Honda Stream were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 605 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, 2005 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka. 2005 Honda Stream 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. 2005 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 2005 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Stream |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
