2004 Kia Cerato vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2004 Kia Cerato (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Cerato | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Cerato | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |