2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | MPV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
