2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (166 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 43 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Subaru Outback (225 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sportage | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
