2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1373 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ranger (244 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Ranger | B3000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |