2012 Kia Forte vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte. 2004 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Kia Forte | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Forte | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |