2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Tribute and 2005 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 174 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
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.
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2005 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Tribute | Ranger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |