2009 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 242 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka. 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 Honda Accord (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2011 Ford Ka | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Ka |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |