2010 Kia Forte vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 37 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, 2010 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Forte | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Forte | Cube |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |