2005 Honda FR-V vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda FR-V 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 6 more horse power than 2005 Honda FR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 276 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda FR-V | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | FR-V | Forte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
