2004 Kia Opirus vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Opirus weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Opirus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Opirus (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Opirus | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Opirus | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |