If you are asking for an opinion, I would buy a Ranger. It is very good truck, that is why it is the best selling small truck in the US. It is the same truck as the Mazda but with slightly different styling. The Ranger lists for less when similarly equipped and there are more Ford dealers, which should give one a better chance to deal. Why better rating for the Mazda? Some people assume foreign stuff is better than domestic, which in this case proves that is a myth
mike hunt
Mike S wrote:
> I'm looking to buy a small truck. I have considered a Toyota Tacoma,
> Chevy S-10, Mazda, or Ford Ranger.
>
> What are the differences between the Ranger and the Mazda? I have
> heard that there are some transmission problems with the Ranger, but
> wouldn't the Mazda have these same problems? How identical are these
> trucks? If they're made in the same factory, why would the Mazda have > better ratings?
>
> If they are the same truck, why pay more for the Mazda?