2003 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ka | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 84 L |
