1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 17 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 3 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 214 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. 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, 2012 Kia Forte, 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 (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ranger | Forte |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2649 mm |
