2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1382 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |