2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 282 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ranger | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
