2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 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 (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 304 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd, 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
