1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 67 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Sportage |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1996 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 | 96.8 mm | 86.1 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 |