2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 6 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |
