Honda Insight vs KIA Forte Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	--	Lots of standard driving assistance features Good fuel economy Dynamic exterior styling Read More
Things we don't like	--	Moderate ride quality Low passenger space in the second row Mediocre base engine Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	13.5:1	12.5:1
Motor Type	AC Synchronous Permanent-Magnet	--
Battery Type	Lithium-ion	--

Transmission

Gear Box	Variable Speed	Variable Speed
Transmission Type	CVT	CVT
Drive Type	--	FWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	1498 cc	1999 cc
Power	107 hp	147 hp
Torque	134 Nm	179 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Secondary Engine Max Power	151 hp	--
Secondary Engine Max Torque	267 Nm	--

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	416 L	433 L
Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	40 L	53 L
Length	4663 mm	4641 mm
Width	1819 mm	1801 mm
Height	1412 mm	1435 mm
Wheel Base	2700 mm	2700 mm
Front Tread	1547 mm	--
Rear Tread	1565 mm	--
No Of Doors	4	4
Kerb Weight	1396 kg	1253 kg
Front Headroom	952 mm	986 mm
Front Legroom	1074 mm	1072 mm
Rear Headroom	930 mm	952 mm
Rear Legroom	950 mm	907 mm
Ground Clearance	--	135 mm
Gross Weight	--	1720 kg

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Torsion Beam
Shock Absorbers Type	--	Coil Spring

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	17 Inch	R17
Tyre Size	215/50 R17	225/45R17
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R17	R17

Steering

Steering Type	Electric Power	Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius	5.4 m	5.3 m
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes

Security

Smart Access Card Entry	No	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	--
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	--
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes

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Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	No	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	--	Yes
Parking Sensors	--	Optional Optional

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	DHOC DHOC
Engine	1.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 1.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC	2.0L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.0L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	No	--
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	Yes	Yes
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	--
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	No
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	--
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	--
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	--	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	--	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	No
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	Yes	Yes
CD Player	--	Yes
DVD Player	--	Yes

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	No
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	--
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	--
Rear Window Wiper	No	No
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	--
Wheel Covers	No	--
Alloy Wheels	Yes	--
Power Antenna	No	--
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Roof Carrier	No	No
Moon Roof	Yes	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Roof Rail	No	--
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Discs Discs	Solid Discs Solid Discs
Rear Window Washer	--	No
Sun Roof	--	Optional Optional
Chrome Garnish	--	Yes

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	--
Fabric Upholstery	No	--
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	--
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	--
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Advance Safety Feature	Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Hill Start Assist Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Hill Start Assist	Daytime Running Lights Daytime Running Lights
Headlamp Type	LED LED	Projector Beam Projector Beam

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