2005 Ford Ka vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 2 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ka | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
