2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (280 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 225 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Impreza | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
