2000 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 222 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda NSX 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 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 2013 Kia Forte | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | NSX | Forte |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |