2004 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute

To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 545 kg more than 2004 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (99 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Ka 2005 Mazda Tribute
Make Ford Mazda
Model Ka Tribute
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1297 cc 2965 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 262 Nm
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 962 kg 1507 kg
Vehicle Length 3630 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.9 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 62 L


 

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