1991 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Mustang 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 693 kg more than 1991 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Mustang | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
