1997 Kia Joice vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Joice | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Joice | Legacy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |