2011 Honda Jazz vs. 2010 Ford Ka

To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Honda Jazz 2010 Ford Ka
Make Honda Ford
Model Jazz Ka
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1339 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 127 Nm 106 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 182 km/hour 167 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.4 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 Weight 1047 kg 887 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 3630 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 40 L


 

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