2005 Honda Z vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ka weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Z | Ka |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
