2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 8 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, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 112 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia RIO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ranger | RIO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4045 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 43 L |
