2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 117 kg more than 2012 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (515 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sportage | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |