2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2001 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 2001 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |