1995 Westfield ZEI vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Forte weights approximately 547 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1995 Westfield ZEI 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 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Westfield ZEI | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Westfield | Kia |
| Model | ZEI | Forte |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2649 mm |
