2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
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, 2009 Ford Ranger (209 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (206 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
