2005 Lexus RX vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus RX would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 669 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 2005 Lexus RX 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, 2005 Lexus RX 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, 2005 Lexus RX (296 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus RX | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Lexus | Kia |
| Model | RX | Forte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
