2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2004 Ford Ranger and 2004 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 482 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Ranger (251 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | 2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
