2007 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 5 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 51 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mustang weights approximately 474 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 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, 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mustang | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Forte |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |