2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 10 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 539 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, 2011 Kia Carnival, 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 (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Carnival |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |