1999 Kia Shuma vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 448 kg more than 1999 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Shuma | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Shuma | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 339 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |