2000 Ford Ka vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ranger weights approximately 86 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 2009 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ka | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
