2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2011 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sportage | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sportage | Ranger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |