1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 244 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Ranger | Sorento |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |