2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 457 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |
