2001 Kia Sephia II vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Sephia II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Sephia II | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sephia II | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
