1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Kia Picanto

To start off, 2011 Kia Picanto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 660 kg more than 2011 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Picanto.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Subaru Legacy 2011 Kia Picanto
Make Subaru Kia
Model Legacy Picanto
Year Released 1999 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 1086 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 219 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 67 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 3500 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 35 L