2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival, 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Carnival |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |