2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Kia Cerato

To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato is newer by 8 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cerato. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cerato weights approximately 3 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, 2008 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Mustang 2008 Kia Cerato
Make Ford Kia
Model Mustang Cerato
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.1:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1393 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 55 L


 

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