2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
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, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 2011 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sportage | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
