2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 168 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
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, 2013 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 2013 Kia Forte | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S2000 | Forte |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1348 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |