2010 Kia Forte vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 2 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 868 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Forte | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Forte | Terracan |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1294 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |