2008 Kia Carens vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Carens | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2615 mm |