2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 163 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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 (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Legacy | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |
