2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Pride Wagon 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 (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 672 kg more than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon, 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 (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1999 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
