2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 3 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 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 96 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 742 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio. 2007 Ford Ranger has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Rio 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 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ranger | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 45 L |
