2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1286 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 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Touareg | Forte |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4921 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 308 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2524 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |