2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ranger | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 58 L |
