2011 Kia Forte vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 1 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 217 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, 2011 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Forte | 2010 Kia Rio | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Forte | Rio |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4481 mm | 4249 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |