2007 Kia Spectra vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Spectra. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Spectra has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Spectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Spectra | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Spectra | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |