1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 67 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Sportage |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |