1996 Ford Ka vs. 2002 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2002 Mazda Premacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Premacy (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 327 kg more than 1996 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, 2002 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 2002 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ka | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |
