2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Subaru Forester (186 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sportage | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
