1996 Kia Capital vs. 1997 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1997 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Kia Capital.
Because 1997 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Legacy 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, 1997 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Capital | 1997 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Capital | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |