1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1232 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Kia |
Model | Silver Spur | Forte |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 52 L |