2004 Kia Optima vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Optima weights approximately 52 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (245 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Optima | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Optima | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 327 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |