2007 Kia Amanti vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Amanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2007 Kia Amanti (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Amanti | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Amanti | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
