2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 5 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Kia Carens. 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, 2009 Kia Carens, 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Carens |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
