2012 Kia Forte vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 310 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Forte | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Forte | Golf |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 62 L |
