2005 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento 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 29 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 416 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sorento | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2615 mm |