2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 209 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Cee'd | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Cee'd | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |