2010 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 64 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest.
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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2013 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2013 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Quest | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Quest | Forte |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |
