1997 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 4 kg more than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Because 1997 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 1997 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd, 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, 1997 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Ranger | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Ranger | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |