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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger.
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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 6 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
