2009 Ford Ka vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, both 2009 Ford Ka and 2009 Honda HR-V were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 121 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Ka (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ka | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ka | HR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |