2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Justy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Justy. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Justy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Justy. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 2005 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sportage | Justy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
