2006 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 686 kg more than 2006 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ka | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ka | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1019 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2990 mm |
