2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 107 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Because 2000 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 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona, 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, 2008 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sedona | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sedona | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |