2012 Kia Forte vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Kia Forte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Kia Forte would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 401 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte. 2013 Kia Sorento 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. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Kia Forte | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Forte | Sorento |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |