1997 Ford Ka vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, both 1997 Ford Ka and 1997 Mazda Levante were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Levante weights approximately 380 kg more than 1997 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ka. 1997 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Ka | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Ka | Levante |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |