2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 155 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ranger | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
