2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 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 78 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 792 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (414 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Sorento |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |