2006 Subaru Baja vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 282 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja 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 Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Baja | 2010 Kia Forte | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Baja | Forte |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |