2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 7 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 164 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 586 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. 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, 2013 Kia RIO, 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | RIO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |
