2009 Ford Ka vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier 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, 2002 Honda Avancier (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka. 2002 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
