2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
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 Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Ranger (330 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ranger | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
