2002 Skoda Superb 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 Skoda Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Superb would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Superb. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Superb weights approximately 172 kg more 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 Skoda Superb (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Superb | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Skoda | Kia |
| Model | Superb | Forte |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |
