2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 349 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Legacy | Sorento |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |