2012 Kia Forte vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2012 Kia Forte and 2012 Mercedes-Benz B 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 48 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (108 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
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 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Forte | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Forte | B |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1400 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 Length | 4481 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2699 mm |