1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute

To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 266 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Ranger 2006 Mazda Tribute
Make Ford Mazda
Model Ranger Tribute
Year Released 1995 2006
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2507 cc 2260 cc
Horse Power 118 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 198 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1129 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2630 mm


 

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