2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang 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 167 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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, 2008 Kia Carens, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Carens |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |