1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 433 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento, 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento. 2007 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Sorento |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |