2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2001 Ford Ranger and 2001 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Magentis (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Kia Magentis.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Magentis. 2001 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ranger | 2001 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Ranger | Magentis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |