2010 Kia Forte vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 3 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 161 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman 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, 2013 Mini Countryman 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, 2013 Mini Countryman (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Forte | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Forte | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4481 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |
