2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 2 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 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 49 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka.
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, 2009 Ford Ka, 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 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 2009 Ford Ka | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Ranger | Ka |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |