2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
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 Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia 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 38 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |
