2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 177 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Forester | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
