2012 Kia Forte vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1245 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Forte | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Forte | Tundra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1241 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4481 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |