2008 Subaru Outback vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 259 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback 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 Outback (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Outback | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Outback | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
