1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 85 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ranger | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
