2008 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage 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 57 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 159 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
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 (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sportage | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2615 mm |