2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 994 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Kia Forte | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Forte |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 195 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 52 L |