2001 Acura CL vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 245 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.
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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | CL | Forte |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |