2006 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 297 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback 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 Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Outback | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Outback | Forte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |
