2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 738 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Carnival | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2078 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |