2007 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mustang weights approximately 374 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mustang | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
