1996 Honda Ballade vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 224 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Ballade | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Ballade | Forte |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |