2004 Kia Spectra vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Kia Spectra. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 149 kg more than 2004 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Spectra | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Spectra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
