2002 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 910 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
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, 2002 Ford Ranger (207 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ranger | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
