1998 Kia Avella vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 668 kg more than 1998 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Avella | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Avella | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |