2004 Ford Ka vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Ford Ka is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2004 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda 626 (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ka | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
