2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 685 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Shuma II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Shuma II | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Shuma II | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |