2011 Kia Forte vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 2 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 112 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 2013 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Forte | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Forte | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2415 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
