2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 651 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sedona | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
