2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 134 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Sportage (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sportage | Outback |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |