2008 Kia Rio vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 321 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio. 2001 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Rio | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Rio | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |