1999 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 570 kg more than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Pride Wagon | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Pride Wagon | Forester |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |