2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ranger | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
