1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 122 kg more than 1969 Ford Ranchero.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Ranchero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ranchero | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 58 L |
