2000 Ford e-Ka vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, both 2000 Ford e-Ka and 2000 Mazda Familia were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Ford e-Ka. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford e-Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford e-Ka weights approximately 383 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford e-Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford e-Ka (190 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm). This means 2000 Ford e-Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Ford e-Ka has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford e-Ka will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford e-Ka 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Ford Mazda
Model e-Ka Familia
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1758 cc 1998 cc
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 89 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 134 Nm
Top Speed 154 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1208 kg 825 kg
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2270 mm


 

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