2005 Kia Retona vs. 2002 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford Ranger (207 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona. 2002 Ford Ranger has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Ranger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 2002 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Retona | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
