2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 377 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 (529 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |