2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 631 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 2010 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 2010 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 6 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
