2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (148 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 367 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
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, 2010 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 2003 Mazda Roadster has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Roadster | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Roadster | Ranger |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 74 L |