2009 Kia Spectra vs. 2006 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Kia Spectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Spectra weights approximately 9 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Spectra | 2006 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Spectra | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
