2000 Cadillac Imaj vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Imaj. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Imaj would be higher. At 4,228 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Imaj is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Imaj weights approximately 270 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 2000 Cadillac Imaj is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Imaj | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Imaj | Forte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2649 mm |
