2012 Kia Forte vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2012 Kia Forte and 2012 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 56 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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, 2012 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Forte | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Forte | 2 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1241 kg | 1046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4481 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 43 L |