1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 418 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Sorento |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |