1998 Kia Joice vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Joice would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 141 kg more than 1998 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Joice | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
