2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Premacy 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 77 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda Premacy. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy. 2004 Mazda Premacy has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mazda Premacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 58 L |
