2002 Honda Passport 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 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte.
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, 2002 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (228 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Passport | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Passport | Forte |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 173 HP |
Torque | 256 Nm | 228 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |