2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2009 Ford Ranger and 2009 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (141 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ranger weights approximately 890 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Ranger (330 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 2009 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | 2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
