2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2006 Kia Picanto and 2006 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 424 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Picanto. 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 (225 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Picanto | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Picanto | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 99 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |