1996 Kia Clarus vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Kia Clarus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Clarus | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Clarus | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2616 mm |