2000 Nissan Almera vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 79 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
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, 2000 Nissan Almera (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte. 2011 Kia Forte has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Forte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Almera | Forte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
