2005 Kia Picanto vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2005 Kia Picanto and 2005 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto. 2005 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Picanto has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Picanto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Picanto | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Picanto | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
