2005 Kia Amanti vs. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Kia Amanti. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 176 kg more than 2005 Kia Amanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Amanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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, 2005 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (297 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Amanti | 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Amanti | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
