2009 Honda Fit 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 Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 574 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 Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 2011 Ford Ka | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Fit | Ka |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |