2005 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 666 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Terrano | Forte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
