2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2004 Kia Opirus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Opirus weights approximately 552 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 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 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Opirus, 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (414 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Opirus. 2004 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2004 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Opirus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 294 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |