1996 Kia Avella vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 643 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Avella | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |
