2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 2011 Kia Forte

To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley State Limousine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley State Limousine would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 2100 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Bentley State Limousine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Bentley State Limousine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Bentley State Limousine 2011 Kia Forte
Make Bentley Kia
Model State Limousine Forte
Year Released 2002 2011
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 835 Nm 228 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 3390 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 6230 mm 4481 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3850 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 52 L


 

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