2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sportage | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |