2004 Subaru Outback vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 54 kg more than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (364 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Outback | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Outback | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
