2012 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1062 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 2012 GMC Sierra 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 2012 GMC Sierra. 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Sierra | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Forte |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2352 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5839 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 52 L |
