2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Ranger | Potentia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |