2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 Kia Sedona were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 903 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona, 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, 2005 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ranger | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
