2002 Rover 75 vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Rover 75 | 2010 Kia Forte | |
Make | Rover | Kia |
Model | 75 | Forte |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |