2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Because 2004 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, 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Carnival | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |