2002 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,964 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ka weights approximately 326 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
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, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ka | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Ka | 6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2964 cc |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |