2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Optima. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima. 2011 Kia Optima 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. 2011 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Subaru Forester | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Forester | Optima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |