2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 260 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 204 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 Sportage, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
