2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ranger | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
