2010 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Forte weights approximately 58 kg more than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Fiat Fiorino | 2009 Kia Forte | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Fiorino | Forte |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |