2009 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ka (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 202 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. 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, 2009 Ford Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2004 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Insight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
