2009 Kia Forte vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Forte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Forte would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 19 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Forte | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Forte | T5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
