1995 Venturi 400 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 91 kg more than 1995 Venturi 400.
Because 1995 Venturi 400 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 1995 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1995 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte. 2011 Kia Forte has automatic transmission and 1995 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1995 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Forte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Venturi 400 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Venturi | Kia |
| Model | 400 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2649 mm |
