2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Retona would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona. 2007 Ford Ranger has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Ranger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ranger | Retona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
