2001 Nissan MM vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan MM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan MM would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Nissan MM. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan MM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 607 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte. 2001 Nissan MM has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan MM | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | MM | Forte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1530 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 52 L |
