2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 89 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2011 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S-MX | Forte |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |