2011 Kia Forte vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Forte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Forte 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 57 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
Because 2012 BMW 116 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 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Forte | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Forte | 116 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4341 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 51 L |