1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 12 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 17 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 645 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Because 1995 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Ranger | Sedona |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |