2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 124 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.
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, 2008 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2008 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 74 L |
