2010 Kia Forte vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Forte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Forte would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte. 2011 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Forte | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Kia | Infiniti |
Model | Forte | FX |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |