2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 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 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Golf | Forte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
