2005 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 99 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, 2010 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Insight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 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 | 5300 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 | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
