2009 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 8 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ka | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ka | Jazz |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |