2011 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. Both 2011 Volkswagen GTI and 2012 Kia Forte are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2012 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 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen GTI | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | GTI | Forte |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 200 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4211 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
