2005 Mazda Carol 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 Mazda Carol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Carol would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 631 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2011 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Carol | Forte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 52 L |
