2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 593 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |