2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sportage. 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Forester | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Forester | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |