2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Daewoo Kalos

To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 580 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Subaru Legacy 2003 Daewoo Kalos
Make Subaru Daewoo
Model Legacy Kalos
Year Released 2004 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 1399 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 93 HP
Torque 225 Nm 130 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 73.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 45 L


 

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