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 100 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 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 Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 61 L |
