2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2002 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
