2004 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2004 Ford Ka and 2004 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 766 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Ka | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Ka | 2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1019 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |