2010 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 474 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO, 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO. 2013 Kia RIO has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia RIO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Ford Mustang | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | RIO |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1603 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 4045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |