2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 7 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cerato weights approximately 28 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, 2007 Kia Cerato, 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 (408 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato. 2007 Kia Cerato 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. 2007 Kia Cerato will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2007 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
