2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sportage. 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Legacy | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |