2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka.
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 Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 2012 Ford Ka | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Jazz | Ka |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |