2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ranger | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
