2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Justy. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 850 kg more than 2005 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Justy. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2005 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sportage | Justy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
