2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 631 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Ranger | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |