2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Shuma, 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2000 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Shuma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |