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Kia Optima vs. Ford Mustang Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Ford Mustang Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,790

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $8,755

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,029

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $8,885

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2006201620162016
ModelOptimaMustangMustangMustang
TrimEXEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $19,100 $29,645 $36,395 $47,795
Base Invoice $17,605 $28,014 $34,393 $45,166
Leather Package 1,000      
Antilock brakes (ABS) 795      
Floor mats 85      
Rear spoiler 220 0 0  
Leather Package 890      
Antilock brakes (ABS) 710      
Floor mats 65      
Rear spoiler 169 0 0  
Options (change) 2,100 0 0 0
Options (change) 1,834 0 0 0
Destination 590 900 900 900
Gas Tax 0 0 0 1,300
Total Price $21,790 $30,545 $37,295 $49,995
Total Invoice $20,029 $28,914 $35,293 $47,366

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Mustang

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,075
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,348
Model Year2006201620162016
ModelOptimaMustangMustangMustang
TrimEXEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine138hp I4310hp I4435hp V8526hp V8
TransmissionT4M6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)120, 6?, 9?, 9160, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-15235/50-18235/50-18295/35-19
Total Price$21,790$30,545$37,295$49,995
Adjustments for Features0-2,680-2,830-980
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,790$27,865$34,465$49,015
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,600$21,150
Total Invoice$20,029$28,914$35,293$47,366
Adjustments for Features0-2,537-2,678-928
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,029$26,377$32,615$46,438
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,238$20,061

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year2006201620162016
ModelOptimaMustangMustangMustang
TrimEXEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900   
6-speed manual $150$150$150
FWD$0   
RWD $0$0$0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction $0  
Power rear side windows$200   
Proximity key $250$250$250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250$250
Universal garage door opener$100$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25$25
Active glove box $100$100$100
Brake assist $50$50$50
High performance brake pads (optional)   $0
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75
Line lock  $50$50
Rearview camera $200$200$200
Safety key $5$5$5
Side curtain airbags $350$350$350
Stability control $400$400$400
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75$75
Traction control $100$100$100
Vehicle health reports $0$0$0
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125 
Interior air filter $0$0$0
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300 
Torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential   $300
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable   $500
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0  
Body kit (gray/black) $0$0$0
Bodyside moldings$75   
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25
Sunroof$900   
Infotainment 
App support $0$0$0
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125$125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100$100
Cassette player$50   
MP3-compatible player $50$50$50
Satellite radio $200$200 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25$25
Voice control for audio system $25$25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0$0$0
Fog lights$125$125$125 
Heated mirrors$25$25$25 
Outside temperature display $50$50$50
Performance meter $150$150$150
Spotter mirror(s) $50$50$50
Trip computer $150$150$150
Turn signal repeaters in hood  $0 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25 
Xenon HID headlights $500$500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100$100$100
Center armrest(s), second row$50   
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300$300 
Heated front seats $200$200 
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200$200 
Leather seating surfaces$900$900$900 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat   $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50   
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100   
Power recliner, passenger seat$100   
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100 
Synthetic suede door panel trim   $250
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces   $450
Synthetic suede steering wheel   $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options $0$0 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200
Performance steering system (optional)   $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Wheels, dark finish   $0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100$100
Total Value of Features$4,475$7,155$7,305$5,455
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,680$2,830$980
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,537-2,678-928

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year20062016
ModelOptimaMustang
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase106.3 in107.1 in
Length185.8 in188.3 in
Width71.5 in75.4 in
Height55.5 in54.4 in
Curb Weight3,282 lb.3,527 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.2 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in37.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.8 in54.9 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in34.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.7 in52.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.4 in47.4 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in30.6 in
Cargo Volume13.6 ft313.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested100091%
Total Not Requested1009%

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