2010 Kia Forte vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 722 kg more than 2010 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Forte | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Forte | Vito |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1294 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 78 L |