2010 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Rio | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Rio | Forte |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4249 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |