2011 Kia Forte vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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. Both 2011 Kia Forte and 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 84 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Forte | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Forte | Lancer |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1241 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4481 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 59 L |