2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Pregio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Pregio would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Pregio weights approximately 716 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ranger | 2005 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Ranger | Pregio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |