2005 Mitsubishi Proudia vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 722 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Proudia | Forte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2649 mm |
