2002 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 600 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sorento | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sorento | Mustang |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |