2007 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka.
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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Ka |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
