2008 Ford Ka vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda City weights approximately 53 kg more than 2008 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, 2003 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 2003 Honda City | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | City |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
