2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang.
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, 2009 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (461 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima. 2006 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2009 Kia Optima | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Optima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |