2007 Ford Ka vs. 2002 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 833 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Ranger (207 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2002 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ka | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
