2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 986 kg more than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Ranger | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |