2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 2002 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2002 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ranger. (207 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Tribute | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
