2005 Kia K2700 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2005 Kia K2700 and 2005 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia K2700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia K2700 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | K2700 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 2458 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1470 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
