2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2011 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Express | Forte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 52 L |
