DETAILED CAR COMPARISON

2012 Lotus Elise vs 2017 Kia Forte Comparison

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

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WINNER

Lotus Elise

Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 1 points.

60.25–59.25
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

LotusMakeKia
EliseModelForte
2012Model year2017
RoadsterBody typeSedan
2Seats5
2Doors4

Performance

0 km/hTop speed0 km/h
0 ccEngine displacement0 cc
220 HPPower164 HP
250 NmTorque205 Nm
4Cylinders4

Fuel & Consumption

PetrolFuel typePetrol
40 ltFuel tank50 lt
—Urban consumption9,4 lt
—Average consumption7,0 lt

Transmission & Chassis

Rear-wheel driveDrivetrainFront-wheel drive
6Gears6
175/55 ZR16; 225/45 ZR17Tyre size—
YesABSYes

Dimensions

3824 mmLength4560 mm
1719 mmWidth1780 mm
1117 mmHeight1430 mm
900 KgWeight1374 Kg
2300 mmWheelbase2700 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

2012 Lotus Elise and 2017 Kia Forte 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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