2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 38 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Kia Forte | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Corolla | Forte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |