2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1291 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte. 2008 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tacoma | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Tacoma | Forte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2581 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 52 L |
