2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ranger and 2007 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Ranger | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |