2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2005 Kia Sephia II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Sephia II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Legacy | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
