2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Mazda Premacy
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 Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2000 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Ranger | Premacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |