2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 366 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Golf | Forte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
