2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,358 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry.
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 Toyota Camry (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Camry | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Camry | Forte |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |