2001 Toyota Allion vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 157 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion. 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, 2010 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion. 2001 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Allion | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Allion | Forte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
