2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 693 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |
