2009 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 1 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka.
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, 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ka | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
