2008 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daewoo Rezzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daewoo Rezzo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Rezzo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 106 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte.
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, 2012 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Rezzo. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Rezzo | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Rezzo | Forte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
