2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 82 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback.
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, 2007 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sportage | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |