2006 Honda Element vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 186 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2013 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2013 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2013 Kia Forte | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Element | Forte |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |