2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 6 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 182 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 233 kg more than 2009 Kia Venga. 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, 2009 Kia Venga, 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2009 Kia Venga | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Venga |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1343 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |