2011 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz B and 2011 Kia Forte were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 199 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte. 2011 Kia Forte has automatic transmission and 2011 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Forte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | B | Forte |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |
