2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Capital would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Kia Capital. 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 1998 Kia Capital. 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 (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Legacy | Capital |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
