2009 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
