2002 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Kia Magentis

To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 58 kg more than 2010 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 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 2002 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis, 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford Mustang 2010 Kia Magentis
Make Ford Kia
Model Mustang Magentis
Year Released 2002 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4600 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 529 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.2 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 17.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1602 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 62 L