1991 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 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, 1991 Audi 100 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi 100 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | 100 | Forte |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |