2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 170 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.
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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sportage | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 330 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |