2004 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 64 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Astra | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Astra | Forte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| 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 | 125 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |
