2011 Kia Forte vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila 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 104 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 184 kg more than 2012 Opel Agila. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Forte | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Forte | Agila |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4341 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 41 L |
