2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Cee'd | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
