2004 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ka would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 853 kg more than 2004 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 2004 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ka | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 84 L |
