2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 56 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix20, 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, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ranger | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2615 mm |
