2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 10 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 244 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 2102 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 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 640 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley State Limousine | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Bentley | Kia |
Model | State Limousine | Forte |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 1288 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |