2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio 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 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 16 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 369 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. 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 Rio. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio. 2012 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Legacy | Rio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |