2002 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford Ranger (207 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ranger | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Ranger | Retona |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 205 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |