1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 17 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 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Optima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 9 kg more than 2013 Kia Optima.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Optima. (365 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Optima. 2013 Kia Optima 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. 2013 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Ford Mustang | 2013 Kia Optima | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Optima |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4655 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2795 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |