1993 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 68 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Lexcen 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 1993 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte, 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, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Toyota Lexcen | 2013 Kia Forte | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Lexcen | Forte |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |