2010 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 577 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival, 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Ranger | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ranger | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5171 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3193 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
