1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 222 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Bora | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Bora | Forte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |
