2012 Kia Forte vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford C-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford C-Max would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 85 kg more 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Forte | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Forte | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4481 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2648 mm |
