2012 Kia Optima vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Optima (274 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Optima weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Optima. 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, 2012 Kia Optima (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Optima | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Optima | Forester |
Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 274 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |