2009 Kia Forte vs. 2009 Daewoo Evanda
To start off, both 2009 Kia Forte and 2009 Daewoo Evanda were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Evanda. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Evanda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Evanda. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Evanda. 2009 Daewoo Evanda has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Daewoo Evanda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Forte | 2009 Daewoo Evanda | |
| Make | Kia | Daewoo |
| Model | Forte | Evanda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4481 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |
