2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2006 Ford Ranger has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Ranger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 58 L |
