1998 Kia Potentia vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Potentia weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Potentia | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Potentia | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |