2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Cerato 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 64 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 247 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Cerato | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2615 mm |
