2005 Kia Carens vs. 1998 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 161 kg more than 1998 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1998 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 1998 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Carens | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |