2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 3 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2009 Mazda CX-9 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. 2009 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 76 L |
