1999 Kia Avella vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 597 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Avella | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Avella | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |