2000 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 527 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte.
Because 2000 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Vauxhall Frontera | 2009 Kia Forte | |
Make | Vauxhall | Kia |
Model | Frontera | Forte |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2649 mm |