2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 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 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1212 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
