1997 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 48 kg more than 1997 Ford Ranger. 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 (207 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ranger | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1443 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 |
