2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 (298 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
