2005 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celica 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica. 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, 2013 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Celica | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Celica | Forte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
