2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Ranger | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |