1998 Kia Joice vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 136 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. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Kia Joice.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Joice | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
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 | 136 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |