2002 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 356 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Volkswagen Sharan | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Sharan | Forte |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |