2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
