2002 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
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 Ford Ka (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6. 2012 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ka | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
