2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1282 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Forte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 52 L |
