2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Joice would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice, 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Joice |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
