DETAILED CAR COMPARISON

2017 Kia Forte vs 2012 Lotus Elise Comparison

Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.

VS
WINNER

Lotus Elise

Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 1 points.

59.25–60.25
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

KiaMakeLotus
ForteModelElise
2017Model year2012
SedanBody typeRoadster
5Seats2
4Doors2

Performance

0 km/hTop speed0 km/h
0 ccEngine displacement0 cc
164 HPPower220 HP
205 NmTorque250 Nm
4Cylinders4

Fuel & Consumption

PetrolFuel typePetrol
50 ltFuel tank40 lt
9,4 ltUrban consumption—
7,0 ltAverage consumption—

Transmission & Chassis

Front-wheel driveDrivetrainRear-wheel drive
6Gears6
—Tyre size175/55 ZR16; 225/45 ZR17
YesABSYes

Dimensions

4560 mmLength3824 mm
1780 mmWidth1719 mm
1430 mmHeight1117 mm
1374 KgWeight900 Kg
2700 mmWheelbase2300 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

2017 Kia Forte and 2012 Lotus Elise approach the same decision from different angles. We compare the exact versions so changes in engine, transmission, dimensions and equipment are not hidden behind the model names.

Overall, Lotus Elise leads the E-Kıyasla score by 1 points. The score provides a consistent summary, while the best choice can still change with priorities such as urban efficiency, luggage space, performance or equipment.

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