2001 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 386 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (430 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte. 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Sequoia | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Sequoia | Forte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
