2011 Kia Forte vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford C-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford C-Max would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 61 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
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 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Forte | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Forte | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4341 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2648 mm |
