1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sportage | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3193 mm |
