2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger.
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, 2010 Kia Cee'd, 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 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ranger | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1275 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
