1996 Rover 220 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 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 24 kg more than 1996 Rover 220. 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 220 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | 220 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
