1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 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 3 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 159 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Sorento |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1549 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |