2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 324 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sportage | Ranger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3198 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |