2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 456 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II. 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 2000 Kia Sephia II. 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 (297 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sephia II | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sephia II | Legacy |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 297 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |