2003 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ka | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
