2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Joice would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 191 kg more than 1997 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice, 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice. 2003 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Joice has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Joice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Joice |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
