2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Mazda Etude
To start off, both 2008 Ford Ranger and 2008 Mazda Etude were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 805 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2008 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda Etude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (330 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (143 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2008 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | Etude |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
