1996 Toyota Paseo 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 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Paseo 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 67 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 321 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo. 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, 2012 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Paseo | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Paseo | Forte |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2649 mm |