2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Kia Optima

To start off, 2010 Kia Optima is newer by 6 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 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 68 kg more than 2010 Kia Optima. 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, 2010 Kia Optima, 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 (411 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Mustang 2010 Kia Optima
Make Ford Kia
Model Mustang Optima
Year Released 2004 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 411 Nm 229 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1518 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4801 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1806 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 62 L


 

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