1999 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Pride Wagon 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 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 656 kg more than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Kia Pride Wagon 2004 Subaru Legacy
Make Kia Subaru
Model Pride Wagon Legacy
Year Released 1999 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 225 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1476 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2680 mm


 

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