2000 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Ranger (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 217 kg more than 2000 Ford Ranger.
Because 2000 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 2000 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens, 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, 2000 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens. 2012 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ranger | Carens |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
