2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 180 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, both vehicles can yield 145 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Premacy | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Premacy | Ka |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
