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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 819 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
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 | 4016 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 80 L |
