2011 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. Both 2011 Chevrolet Equinox and 2013 Kia Forte are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 378 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Equinox | Forte |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1717 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 52 L |
