2010 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta 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 38 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Forte weights approximately 258 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fiesta | Forte |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4050 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
