1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Because 1999 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 1999 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
