2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (160 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Ranger | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |