2002 Kia Visto vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Visto would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 765 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Visto | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Visto | Legacy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2751 mm |