2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 732 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Ranger | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |