2004 Kia Shuma vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Kia Shuma is newer by 1 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Shuma. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Shuma | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
