The kinetic energy of an object in motion is given by the formula:
\[ KE = \frac{1}{2} mv^2 \]
where \(KE\) is the kinetic energy, \(m\) is the mass of the object, and \(v\) is its velocity.
Since the two cars have equal mass, the car with the greater velocity will have more kinetic energy. Therefore, to determine which car has more kinetic energy, you need to compare their velocities. The car with the higher speed will have more kinetic energy.
In summary, if both cars have equal mass, the car with the higher velocity has more kinetic energy.
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