2005 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 246 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Rio | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
