2005 Kia Retona vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 342 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Retona | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Retona | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2615 mm |