2012 Kia Forte vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Antara 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 8 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 617 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte.
Because 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte. 2009 Opel Antara 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. 2009 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Forte | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Forte | Antara |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |