2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Forte, 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2009 Kia Forte | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Forte |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |