2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 397 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Sportage | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sportage | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1591 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |