2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 628 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Legacy | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 97.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
