2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd

To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 311 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. 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 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Mustang 2009 Kia Cee'd
Make Ford Kia
Model Mustang Cee'd
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 305 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 154 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90.1 mm 77.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 85.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1574 kg 1263 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 53 L


 

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