2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 294 kg more than 2013 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte. 2007 Nissan Maxima 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. 2007 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Nissan Maxima | 2013 Kia Forte | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Maxima | Forte |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |