2010 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 727 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte. 2010 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus LS | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Lexus | Kia |
| Model | LS | Forte |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 52 L |
