2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 6 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1568 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. 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, 2012 Kia Forte, 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 (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Forte |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1288 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |