1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 14 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 292 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Ka, 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 2009 Ford Ka | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Ranger | Ka |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |