Ford Mustang GT vs. Kia Stinger GT2

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford Mustang GT and Kia Stinger GT2 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Ford Mustang GT and the Kia Stinger GT2.

When we compare the Ford Mustang GT's and the Kia Stinger GT2's specifications and ratings, the Ford Mustang GT has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and base engine power. The Kia Stinger GT2 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Ford Mustang GT's and the Kia Stinger GT2's specifications and ratings, the Ford Mustang GT is a better car than the Kia Stinger GT2.

Pricing: A used 2023 Ford Mustang GT ranges from $32,831 to $46,224 while a used 2023 Kia Stinger GT2 is priced between $34,299 to $51,185. For a new model, the Ford Mustang GT's price is between $39,220 and $49,928, with the Kia Stinger GT2 priced between $50,061 and $57,590.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Mustang GT loses 28.7 percent of its value and the Kia Stinger GT2 loses 48.8 percent of its value. This means the Ford Mustang GT retains 20.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Stinger GT2.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford Mustang GT’s base engine makes 450 horsepower, and the Kia Stinger GT2 base engine makes 368 horsepower. The GT is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 384 miles. The GT2 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 398 miles. This gives the Kia Stinger GT2 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Ford Mustang GT. The GT uses regular unleaded, and the GT2 uses premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Kia Stinger GT2, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Ford Mustang GT, a sports car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Ford Mustang GT and the Kia Stinger GT2 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.