2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 4 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1310 kg more than 2010 Mazda 5.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
